What is a function performed in the warm/limited access zone during extrication?

In the context of vehicle extrication, the warm or limited access zone serves as a transition area between the hot zone (the area with the highest risk, typically where the incident is occurring) and the cold zone (the safe area for personnel and equipment). Within this warm zone, one of the primary functions is to provide support for extrication activities. This includes coordinating efforts, managing safety protocols, and ensuring that all necessary equipment is on hand for those operating in the hot zone.

The warm zone is crucial for maintaining a safe environment while still facilitating effective rescue operations. Personnel in this zone can prepare tools, set up equipment, assist in logistics, and communicate with teams in the hot zone, ensuring that the extrication process is efficient while minimizing risks to both the rescuers and the victims.

The other options represent activities or zones that are not directly associated with the warm/limited access zone's function. For instance, removing patients from the vehicle is typically done in the hot zone where immediate patient care and extrication occur. A command post and media location pertains to the broader incident command structure, often situated in the cold zone to coordinate operations away from the immediate danger. A helicopter landing zone is a designated area for air medical transport operations, generally located outside